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Crime & Courts
Police Arrest Suspect in Norman Mapango Murder
Police have arrested 24-year-old Juma Mulonti in connection with the death of 24-year-old Norman Mapango, who was allegedly stabbed during a quarrel in John Laing Compound, Lusaka. The incident happened on August 29, 2026, around 21:00 hours near Eboloko Night Club. Police say Mapango was…
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Politics
Ecf-SADC Calls for Electoral Reforms after 2026 Polls
The Electoral Commissions Forum of SADC Countries (ECF-SADC) has called for continued electoral reforms in Zambia following the August 13, 2026 general election. In its preliminary statement, the regional observer mission says the election was generally well conducted and peaceful, while identifying areas that require…
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Crime & Courts
Woman Accused of Dumping Two Children in Ngwerere River Sent for Medical Check Up
Lusaka High Court Judge Chipola Bako has ordered accused Mary Kashilika to undergo medical examination to confirm her state of mind at the time she allegedly committed the offence before she can take plea to two counts of murder. Kashilika, aged 26, is accused of…
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Politics
Central PS Urges Speedy Asm Licence Processing
Central Province Permanent Secretary Milner Mwanakampwe has urged the speedy processing of Artisanal Small-Scale Mining (ASM) licences for young people without corrupt practices. Speaking when the Director of ASM at the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, Mr Billi Chewe, paid him a courtesy call…
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Crime & Courts
Chester, Felix, IDC Return to Kalabo Court Today
Musicians Moses Ng’andwe, popularly known as Chester, Felix Phiri, comedian Winston Ngosa, alias IDC Light Comedy, and 13 others are expected to appear before the Kalabo Magistrate’s Court today as their trial in a riotous behaviour case continues. The 16 accused persons were arrested on…
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Crime & Courts
Lumezi Father Allegedly Kills Infant Daughter, Takes Own Life
A 25-year-old man in Lumezi District, Eastern Province, has allegedly killed his eight-month-old daughter before taking his own life following a domestic dispute with his wife. The incident happened on, Sunday September 6, 2026, when the bodies of both father and daughter were discovered hanging…
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Lifestyle
Catholic Church Urged to Remain Impartial, Defend Dignity of All
An elderly and devoted Catholic layman, Mark Chona, has called on the Catholic Church to renew her prophetic and pastoral mission by standing firmly for justice, unity, peace and the dignity of every human being. In a fraternal appeal to the Church, Mr Chona says…
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Business
US-Backed Financing Opens New Opportunities for Zambia’s Private Sector
Zambian private sector companies could gain access to alternative financing and insurance arrangements for eligible projects involving American companies, goods and services, opening up new opportunities for investment and business expansion. Zambian Ambassador to the United States, Dr Chibamba Kanyama, says the financing support is…
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Crime & Courts
GBV Cases Rise by 7% in Second Quarter of 2026
Zambia has recorded an increase in reported Gender-Based Violence (GBV) cases during the second quarter of 2026, with the Zambia Police Service recording 10,881 cases countrywide, representing a seven percent increase compared to the same period last year. According to the latest GBV statistics released…
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Health
Health Worker Verification Exercise Extended by Four Weeks
The Civil Service Commission has extended the verification exercise for applicants seeking to be recruited into the health sector, giving thousands of applicants an additional four weeks to confirm their application details. The verification deadline, which was initially set for September 11, 2026, has now…
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Business
ZCCM-Ih Progresses with Listing Optimisation Project
ZCCM Investments Holdings – ZCCM-IH says it is progressing with its proposed Listing Optimisation Project involving its listings on the Lusaka Securities Exchange – LuSE, Euronext Access Paris and the London Stock Exchange. As part of the process, the company is considering an Odd-Lot Offer…
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Business
Central Province Farmers Urged to Keep Enough Food on Climate Concerns as FRA Surpasses Maize Target
Farmers in Zambia’s Central Province have been urged to keep enough maize for household consumption as the country prepares for a potentially dry 2026/27 farming season. Central Province Principal Public Relations Officer, Tobias Phiri, says the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) has so far bought 102,964.20…
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Politics
Kalaba Accuses Government of Selective Justice
Citizens First (CF) President Harry Kalaba has condemned what he describes as the selective application of the law and growing political intolerance under the United Party for National Development (UPND) government. Mr. Kalaba says it is concerning that the ruling party is now seeking court…
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Crime & Courts
Fire Destroys Mattresses at Pemba Sec Schoool
A fire suspected to have been started by welding works at Pemba Secretary School in Southern Province has destroyed mattresses, days before schools are scheduled to reopen. Reports have indicated that some workers were assembling beds inside the facility in readiness for the school opening…
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Crime & Courts
Seven Suspects Arrested over Murder of 17-Year-Old Motorbike Rider in Solwezi
Seven suspects have been apprehended by police in Solwezi in connection with the murder and aggravated robbery of a 17-year-old motorbike rider whose body was discovered in the Forestry Farming Block area, about 15 kilometres from Solwezi Town. In an official statement issued to Diamond…
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Crime & Courts
Two Die in Solwezi-Chingola Road Head-on Collision
Two people have died following a head-on collision involving two trucks along the Solwezi-Chingola Road in Solwezi District. The accident happened around 06:30 hours Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the 15 Miles area, approximately 16 kilometres east of Kapijimpanga Police Post. In an official statement…
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Crime & Courts
Sean Tembo Insulting Language Case Set for Case to Answer Ruling
The Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has set October 2, 2026 for a ruling on whether former politician Sean Tembo has a case to answer on charges of using insulting language against President Hakainde Hichilema. This comes after the State closed its case after telling the court…
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Politics
Govt Demands UN Special Rapporteur Correct ‘Factual Errors’ on Zambia
The Zambian Government has hit back at a statement by the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and of Association, accusing the mandate holder of factual errors, prejudicial characterisations and overstepping the limits of the mandate. Government says the…
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Crime & Courts
John General Case Fails to Take Off
The trial of Miracle Impact Church Overseer Bishop John Nundwe, popularly known as John General, has failed to take off before the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court because the court is indisposed. The matter has since been adjourned to September 9, 2026, for mention and fixing of…
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Crime & Courts
UPND Calls on UN to Stop Labeling Suspected Militia as Political Detainees
The United Party for National Development has called on the United Nations to stop classifying individuals suspected of involvement in militia or insurgency activities as political detainees, arguing that such cases should instead be handled through Zambia’s established legal institutions. In a statement issued by…
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Africa & World
UN Calls for Release of Political Detainees in Zambia
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association, Gina Romero, has called on the Zambian Government to release political detainees, respect fundamental freedoms and urgently restore democratic accountability. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Ms. Romero has…
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Crime & Courts
22-Year-Old Dies in Chadiza Gold Mining Accident
A 22-year-old man has died after gravel collapsed on him while he was conducting gold mining activities along the Tivilili Stream in Chadiza District. Elias Soko, of Isaac Village in Chief Zingalume’s area, died on Monday after becoming trapped under mud and gravel while digging…
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Crime & Courts
Mukandila Seeks Court Order for Release after 14 Days in Custody
Tonse Alliance Secretary General Celestine Mukandila is seeking a court order for his release after spending 14 days in custody without appearing before a court or being granted police bond. Mr Mukandila was arrested by the Immigration Department at his residence in Mapepe, Chilanga District…
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Politics
Zelenskyy Congratulates Hichilema on Re-Election
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has congratulated President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election, describing the result as a reflection of Zambians’ confidence in his leadership and their desire for continued democratic development. In a congratulatory message President Zelenskyy said Ukraine values its friendly relations with Zambia…
